Patience is a virtue worthy of possessing <br />You can claim to be as calm as the sea before the storm <br /> <br />But are your waters truly tranquil? <br /> <br />Compassion and understanding are admirable traits <br />You can claim to be adept at both of these <br /> <br />But are your ears truly pert, shoulders welcoming leaning upon? <br /> <br />Strength of character is certain to help us through tough times <br />You can claim to have an iron will <br /> <br />But are you truly dependable when the going gets tough? <br /> <br />Enjoyment is important to help make life worth living <br />You can claim to savor each day <br /> <br />But are you really living your life, without letting precious moments slip through your fingers? <br /> <br />Love is essential, both to give and to receive <br />You can claim that you possess love deep within your heart <br /> <br />But are the ones you love assured always, that your love is placed with them? <br /> <br />Actions speak louder than words<br /><br />Mitchell Greenwood<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/actions-speak-louder-than-words-2/
